Phallus paintings in Bhutan
In Bhutan, some people have a special painting called a phallus. A phallus is a funny-looking shape that looks like a little penis. The painting looks like a big phallus with eyes, sharp teeth, and sometimes wings.
People in Bhutan think phallus paintings have special powers to keep them safe. They hang them outside their house or on special poles during festivals. The paintings also make people laugh and remind them not to be too serious.
In Bhutan, people believe that being happy and laughing helps keep away bad spirits and illnesses. So, they make phallus paintings to protect their happiness and well-being. It might seem silly or strange to us, but in Bhutan, it's an important tradition.
People in Bhutan think phallus paintings have special powers to keep them safe. They hang them outside their house or on special poles during festivals. The paintings also make people laugh and remind them not to be too serious.
In Bhutan, people believe that being happy and laughing helps keep away bad spirits and illnesses. So, they make phallus paintings to protect their happiness and well-being. It might seem silly or strange to us, but in Bhutan, it's an important tradition.